Junior Merchandiser

Talented Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Recruitment in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Merchandiser to support the merchandising team across product development, sampling and production. This role is ideal for someone with some merchandising experience looking to build hands-on expertise in a clothing manufacturing environment.

The position focuses on coordinating samples, costings, pricing and spec creation while collaborating with suppliers, factories and internal teams to meet deadlines and ensure quality products.

Qualifications

• 13 years' experience in fashion merchandising, clothing manufacturing or a related environment.
• A relevant Fashion/Merchandising qualification is advantageous.
• Understanding of the product development process.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the merchandising process from development through to production.
• Assist with product specifications, costing and pricing.
• Coordinate and follow up on samples and approvals.
• Liaise with suppliers, factories and internal teams.
• Track production timelines and outstanding requirements.
• Maintain accurate product and merchandising information.
• Assist with client requirements and queries.
• Support quality checks and ensure products meet specifications.
• Assist with fashion and trend research.
• Provide general support to the merchandising team.

Skills

Merchandising

Fashion

Organization

Communication

Education

Fashion/Merchandising qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

About the Role We are looking for a Junior Merchandiser to support the merchandising team across product development, sampling and production.

This opportunity would suit someone with some merchandising experience who is looking to develop their skills within a hands‑on clothing manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the merchandising process from development through to production.
• Assist with product specifications, costing and pricing.
• Coordinate and follow up on samples and approvals.
• Liaise with suppliers, factories and internal teams.
• Track production timelines and outstanding requirements.
• Maintain accurate product and merchandising information.
• Assist with client requirements and queries.
• Support quality checks and ensure products meet specifications.
• Assist with fashion and trend research.
• Provide general support to the merchandising team.

Requirements

• 13 years' experience in fashion merchandising, clothing manufacturing or a related environment.
• Relevant Fashion/Merchandising qualification advantageous.
• Understanding of the product development process.
• Good Excel and computer skills.
• Strong administration and organisational abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Passion for fashion and clothing.
• Previous retail or manufacturing exposure advantageous.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

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I hereby consent for Talented Recruitment to process my personal information as part of the recruitment process. Talented Recruitment shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer "personal information" shall be defined as detailed in the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 ("POPIA").